1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
1.2 Solubility
Dilute acid
Not Available
1.2 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.5 Specific Gravity
2.93-2.961.98-2.50
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7.18
2.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
2.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
Not Available
2.7 Mohs Hardness
2.11 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)